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Eye Creams – Why They Should Be A Skincare Staple
Eye creams have become such an important part of my skincare routine over the past five years, I shudder to think that I didn’t incorporate them into my routine years ago. I thought eye creams were just an opportunity for the skincare industry to make more money from us, but I was wrong. I wouldn’t be without them now! Since using them I have really noticed a difference in the fine lines and wrinkles around my whole eye area. The skin around our eyes is the thinnest on our face – and think about all the work this skin goes through on a daily basis from smiling, laughing, squinting and…
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Toner Layering – How and Why To Layer Your Toners
I have talked about Double Cleansing and Serum Layering before on the blog, but have you heard of toner layering? I discovered this method from Annie on Instagram (@the_skincaretruth) she explained how she loves to layer her “I’m From” Rice Toner two to three times during her skincare routine. Since I am a huge fan of this toner (you can read a dedicated post about the “I’m From” Rice Toner here) I tried it out for myself and I loved it! I decided to dig a little deeper on the internet to find out all about toner layering. Here is what I have found, and how I layer my toner.…
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Facial Sprays – Do We Really Need Them?
Today I am talking about facial sprays – also known as facial mists – and asking the questions: Do we really need them? Are they just a marketing skincare gimmick? It took me a long time to try these sprays as I thought they were just not a necessary part of skincare. However, I finally did try them and I haven’t stopped using them since. So, as you can guess, I personally love facial sprays. The two sprays I am currently using are Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs and Rosewater, and Linden Leaves Rose & Ylang Ylang Face and Body Mist, both of which I love. So, facial…
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Ole Henriksen Let’s Get Luminous Brightening Essentials Set Review
My love for skincare sets grows! I still feel there is no better way to try new skincare products out than a mini-size. It gives you the chance to experience it before investing in a full-size product. The Ole Henriksen Let’s Get Luminous Brightening Essentials Set has got to be the best skincare set I have tried to date. Having tried the Kate Somerville Hydration Warriors Kit and the Mario Badescu Kit, the Ole Henriksen set is my clear favourite. I love each of the products in this skincare set equally, which is such a bonus. I have become obsessed with Vitamin C in my skincare routine recently, so if…
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Kate Somerville Hydration Warriors Kit Review
Following on from my last post (read here) about mini-sized skincare products, I thought I would review the Kate Somerville Hydration Warriors Kit. This kit is definitely much higher priced than the Mario Badescu Kit I previously reviewed. However, I still stand by kits in general, as I do believe minis are the best way to try out new products – particularly skincare items that are at a higher price point. This enables you to try before you invest your money into a full-size product that you may not like, or your skin may not agree with. So, on to the Kate Somerville Hydration Warriors Kit review. I will say…
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Mario Badescu Anti-Aging Kit Review
If there is one thing I love in skincare, it’s mini-sized products. It lets you try out the product at a smaller size without investing in the full size – this can save you a lot of money if you don’t like it, or the product doesn’t agree with your skin. So a big thank you to brands that make mini-size products available. So, on to the Mario Badescu Anti-Aging Kit Review! Spoiler alert – this anti-ageing kit is really good!
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Why Serums Should Be A Skincare Staple
Today I am talking about facial serums, and why I think they should be a staple in a good skincare routine. Up until last year, I had never used a serum before. I thought serums were just an opportunity for the skincare industry to make more money from us, but I was wrong – so wrong! After walking past a mirror I rarely look in by my front door with plenty of natural light hitting it (wow, natural light can be so unforgiving!), I was mortified when I saw quite a large, deep wrinkle on the top of my cheekbone. I know wrinkles are part of life, and I do…